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Old 05-23-2009, 08:45 PM
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Well, with my 1996 XJ back together after the head gasket replacement, it seems that I have 0 compression in #4 and 60psi in #6.

Looks like its time for a new motor!!

Any ideas on what year engine would be best for replacement??
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Well, with my 1996 XJ back together after the head gasket replacement, it seems that I have 0 compression in #4 and 60psi in #6.

Looks like its time for a new motor!!

Any ideas on what year engine would be best for replacement??
did you do a leak down to see where the compression is going first?
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was the head check for valve condition/sealing?
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did you do the test right? crank over about 7 times per cylinder?
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its unusual for a cylinder to have Zero compression you must have a stuck/poorly sealing valve.
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